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Dances of First Nations

TOPIC	TIME FRAME	OBJECTIVES	ASSESSMENT
Lesson 1 Language Arts and Social Studies Introduction to Traditional First Nation Dances	1 class	Students' will: -generate ideas by brainstorming about Traditional Dances of First Nations.	1.Discussion 2. Observation checklist 3. Participation
Lesson 2 Language Arts and Social Studies Men's Dance Styles	1-2 classes	Students' will: -identify the different styles of men.	1. Discussion 2.Observation checklist 3. Participation 4. Portfolio-Men's dance styles question sheets (4)
Lesson 3 Language Arts and Social Studies Women's Dance Styles	1 class	Students' will: -identify the four styles of First Nation women's dancing.	1. Discussion 2. Observation checklist 3. Participation 4. Portfolio-Women's dance styles question sheets (4)
Lesson 4 Language Arts and Social Studies The Sun Dance	1 class	Students' will: -identify what a Sundance is.	1. Discussion 2. Observation checklist 3. Participation
Lesson 5 Language Arts, Art and Social Studies Rain Dance	1 class	Students' will: -simulate a raindance.	1. Discussion 2. Observation checklist 3. Participation

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